SCC Chaz ­ Winter 2010

CLUB SPORTS UPDATE

Successful seasons capped off by men’s, women’s soccer visits into postseason

SCC Roller Hockey Club gearing up for season’s second half

The SCC men’s and women’s soccer teams made it to the 2010 NJCAA Regional XVI championship, and each named several players to All-Region and All-Conference teams. Only the women’s team triumphed as Regional XVI champions, as the men’s team lost 3-1 to Metropolitan Community College – Blue River on Oct. 31.

The men’s team ended its season with a 9-7-3 record and named four sophomores and three freshmen to All-Region and All-Conference teams.

“They made an excellent effort and never gave up during any point in the season,” said

Thomas Kearns, men’s soccer head coach.

After winning the Region XVI championship 2-1 over Maple Woods Community College on Oct. 30, the women’s team continued to the district tournament, but fell 2-1 to rival Lewis and Clark Community College in the semifinal match on Nov. 5. The Lady Cougars finished with a 15-5 record and earned several individual awards, including three FirstTeam All-Region awards and the 2010 NJCAA Region XVI Coach of the Year award, given to SCC women’s soccer head coach Emily Holbrook.

While the inline hockey season may not have started out the way they wanted it to, both the “A” and “B” teams began working the kinks out by the end of the fall run. The two teams carry records of 8-3 and 8-2, respectively, with games starting up again Jan. 28-29.

Open tryouts will be at 10 a.m.

Jan. 2 and 9, and at 5 p.m. Jan. 4, to help fill out roster vacancies for goaltending and offense.

For details about tryouts and the team’s progress, visit www.stchas.edu/rollerhockey.

JACKSON CONTINUED FROM P. 1 Jennifer, an SCC alum, encouraged Brryan to go to SCC to get his feet wet before going away to college, she said. Brryan agreed that he would rather have “the college experience close to home.” And so far he’s made his mom proud.

“He has a spirit of boldness,” said Jennifer. “He inspires others and offers hope, and he tries to find a blessing in everything.”

Brryan addressed nearly 150 people at an SCC-sponsored World AIDS Day event on Dec. 1 with his incredible story.

“Life hasn’t been easy for me, but it’s a blessing to be here,” Brryan said in his speech. “I’m just grateful to be alive.”

Brryan Jackson is one of SCC’s newest bloggers. Follow him at stchas.edu/sccblogs.

With one semester of college under his belt, he’s enjoying the experience. “It’s an amazing feeling. I wasn’t expected to make it to high school – I wasn’t supposed to be here.”

Brryan doesn’t take his life for granted. He started his own non-profit organization, Hope Is Vital (HIV), at age 18. He also volunteers for Camp Kindle, a summer camp for kids who are

HIV positive, and he has lobbied for AIDS awareness in Congress.

“I will always be a voice for those who are silent and not ready to speak,” Brryan said.

His story has gained local and national media attention.

Most recently, he was featured as the “Person of the Week” on ABC World News With Diane Sawyer on Dec. 3. Find the video online at www.abcnews.com.

IN THIS ISSUE ...

SCC professor receives Emerson award ... PAGE 2 Sharing success stories just got easier.....PAGE 3 Dr. McGuire shares a cooking fave? .........PAGE 4

ST. CHARLES COMMUNITY COLLEGE

Vol. 22, No. 3 | 2010

Holiday spirit sets in at SCC

Now we’re cookin’...

Cooking a la SCC with new SCCookbook

Looking for some holiday cheer? There’s plenty happening on campus.

Looking for a new recipe to try over the holidays? Thanks to Student Senate and its winter “SCCookBook” fundraiser, more than 30 new recipes are available exclusively from SCC. With “SCCookbook” you’ll have access to all the favorites from SCC faculty, staff and administrators – from Mandi Smith’s (Student Activities) Caramel Apple Dip and Kim Greenwood’s (Purchasing) Breakfast Pizza, to Sylvia Bane-Malta’s (Human Services) Creamy Tomato-Basil Pasta with Shrimp.

SCC freshman Brryan Jackson was recently featured as the ABC World News “Person of the Week.”

‘A spirit of boldness’ keeps one SCC student moving forward To SCC freshman Brryan Jackson, every tragedy has a silver lining. His story is a tragedy, he says, but he turned something horrible into something good.

When he was 11 months old, Brryan was injected with HIV-tainted blood by his father in an attempt to kill Brryan to avoid paying child support. Five years later, Brryan was diagnosed with

Planning a holiday gettogether? Don’t miss Kathy Drews’ (Child Development Center) White Chili or Heather Rodgers’ (English) Lemon Meringue Ice Cream.

Rumor has it Dr. John McGuire, SCC president, included a recipe – but you’ll have to purchase the book to gain access!

people, and I want them to know there is hope.”

Brryan graduated from Francis Howell North in 2009 and volunteered for Upward Bound, an outreach program and local ministry, as a speaker. But Brryan’s mom, Jennifer, urged him to go to college.

See “JACKSON,” p. 4

Visit stchas.edu/sccblogs

To purchase a book, send $5 to Kelley Pfeiffer in the Student Activities Office, CC 102. For more information, kpfeiffer@ stchas.edu or x8544.

Chaz is a publication of the SCC Marketing and Communications Department for students, employees, and friends. To suggest items, call 636-922-8080.

Heather McDorman, co-editor/contributing writer • Ben Munson, co-editor/photographer/designer • Peggy Schreiner and Kanna Taylor, contributing writers

full-blown AIDS and was given only five months to live.

With the help of medication and the support of his family, Brryan, 19, has maintained his health and his perseverance.

“I’ve learned to forgive my dad for what he did, but forgiving doesn’t mean forgetting,” Brryan said. “My experience has given me a unique way to connect with

Who’s next?

12/2010

COUGAR ATHLETICS ROUND -UP

Young People’s Theatre will host “Breakfast With Santa,” with all of Santa’s friends from The Nutcracker at 9 a.m.

Saturday, Dec. 11, in the Student Center. YPT sold out its originally scheduled shows of The Nutcracker Dec. 17-19 and added one additional show to help accommodate the high demand. For tickets and info about either special holiday event, call x8233 or visit www.stchas.edu/learnforlife.

The SCC staff and faculty Holiday Social will be in the Plaza Bistro from 3-5 p.m.

Wednesday, Dec. 15, and features a departmental snowman-making contest.

The SCC Bookstore is offering free gift-wrapping of items purchased and 15 percent off any one item during their “Candy Cane Days,” going on through Dec. 21.

Several campus groups have already joined in the action – from the annual Student Senate poinsettia fundraiser to a number of service projects.

See “HOLIDAY CHEER,” p. 2

Brenda Lowder, Foundation president-elect, and Kasey McKee, executive director of Foundation and alumni relations.

Each year, the Foundation works with businesses, organizations and individuals to provide more than $64,000 in scholarships and $54,000 in academic program support.

Amid traffic signs and construction barriers, SCC President John McGuire addresses guests at the SCC Foundation Celebration Breakfast on Nov. 11.

Foundation expresses thank you’s at annual Celebration Breakfast Ben, a student who was laid off from his job as an electrician and went back to school to become a physics teacher, was just one of the student stories highlighted at the SCC Foundation Celebration Breakfast on Nov. 11, an event which thanked annual supporters for making students’ dreams possible.

The SSB auditorium was transformed into a road

construction zone, where road signs reminded guests how their contributions “Pave the Way” for student success.

The annual event included a video shot and assembled by the SCC Instructional Media Department showing students who have been helped by the Foundation, music by the SCC Chamber Orchestra and some words of thanks from John McGuire, SCC president,

O UTS TA ND I NG . . .

Bookstaver was one of approximately 100 St. Louisarea educators honored in November by Emerson for dedication and commitment to education.

In memoriam ...

Those interested in continuing to help “Pave the Way” can contribute online at www.stchas.edu/pavetheway.

“As we enter the holidays, we hope many will choose to give a gift of education. Whether it’s $10 or $10,000, these gifts impact our community’s future,” McKee said. of the Year in 2010 by SCC’s faculty. He has bachelor’s degrees from Cardinal Glennon College and the University of Missouri-St. Louis and master’s and doctoral degrees from Washington University in St. Louis.

Chemistry professor recognized for his teaching excellence Dr. John Bookstaver, professor of chemistry and chemistry program coordinator, received an Emerson Excellence in Teaching Award.

“The support from the campus and the community continues to grow,” said McKee. “It enables SCC to provide a high-quality education for hundreds of students each year, which benefits the individual and our community.”

John Bookstaver, Ph.D. Bookstaver, of St. Louis, has been a full-time faculty member at SCC since 1998 and was an adjunct professor from 199498. Prior to SCC, he taught at Ursuline Academy in St. Louis County. He was voted Outstanding Faculty Member

The Emerson Excellence in Teaching Awards program annually recognizes more than 100 teachers – from kindergarten to college professors – who are examples of excellence in the field of education in the St. Louis metropolitan area.

Love is in the air, and it’s not even Valentine’s Day

HOLIDAY CHEER CONTINUED FROM P. 1 The holiday season kicked off at SCC on Nov. 10 with food, history and culture from SCC international students at “Holidays Around the World,” hosted by the Multicultural Programming Committee and the Global Student Network.

On Dec. 6-9, students in the SCC Music Department performed in winter concerts by the SCC Concert Band, SCC Singers and Chamber Choir, SCC Jazz Combos and SCC Orchestra.

the community to provide details about their SCC success or to “tell” on an colleague ry. extraordinary o t s r u o or student. y ell us LEARN MORE GREAT! T Visit the college website (www.stchas.edu) and click on “Tell Us Your Story” found in the featured photo.

In an effort to share the Once the interactive form is SCC story, the college website complete and submitted, the now includes an easy way for Marketing and Communications faculty, staff, students, alums and

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1

Global Student Network and International Club collected more than 500 pairs of shoes for the Shoeman Water Projects and Student Senate collected cash and goods for the USO. Phi Theta Kappa partnered with Better World Books to run a book drive that will benefit Books for Africa. Unwanted collegelevel books can be placed in the green and orange boxes found around campus until Dec. 16.

Phi Theta Kappa students also plan to help with Sts. Joachim and Ann Care Service’s Adopt-aFamily Christmas Program held on SCC’s campus Dec. 10-12.

Several groups on campus adopted families, including the women’s soccer and softball teams, Tau Upsilon Alpha, Phi Theta Kappa, Student Development, Enrollment Services and Payroll Services.

It’s not too late to pitch in! Learn how to get involved through Kelley Pfeiffer, student activities coordinator, at x8544.

The college has been notified of the untimely death of Zachary Joseph Weikart since the last printing of Chaz. Our thoughts are with his family and friends. Zachary was a freshman this fall term at SCC.

SCC.

Department will begin their research.

Examples of good stories might include students who have overcome unique obstacles (see the Brryan Jackson story, Page 1!), a faculty member who uses an innovative teaching tool, a staff member who has gone the extra mile to help a student, or an employee who is making a difference in our community.

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4

“These stories may be used in advertising, on the website, or may be featured in an SCC newsletter or local newspaper,” said Heather McDorman, vice president for marketing and communications. “It’s important for our community and campus to learn more about the successes of the people who learn and work here.”

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5

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In the auditorium and in the yard, Fall 2010 semester keeping bodies busy physically, mentally SCC is a key community hub for educational and cultural events and entertainment; the past two months have been no exception to the rule, and there’s more to come.

lunch with his Motowninfluenced music on Nov. 9.

Dr. Russell Means, Native American activist and actor from The Last of the Mohicans, gave a guest lecture, titled “Contributions of American Indians to the Entire World,” on Nov. 1.

On Nov. 19, SCC volunteers and members of the community planted more than 20 trees in an effort to become Tree Campus USA-certified. SCC President John McGuire gave opening remarks and Mark Grueber from the Missouri Department of Conservation gave a quick tutorial on how to properly plant trees.

Nathan Angelo, an Atlantabased musician, entertained SCC students for free during

SCC celebrated International Education Week Nov. 16-18, including six faculty

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presentations, three international film showings, a student discussion and an international student panel.

global event that showcases GIS (Geographic Information Systems) technologies and how they impact everyday life.

The Young People’s Theatre production of the holiday classic, The Nutcracker, was a booming success and sold out all four performances Dec. 17-19. As a result, the Division of Corporate and Community Development added a fifth performance for 6:30 p.m. Sunday, Dec. 19.

ENTERTAINMENT: A LOOK AHEAD More events are scheduled for the spring semester including another Comedy Night (Jan. 28), Treva Blomquist concert (Jan. 27), Slam poet Shannelle Gabriel (Feb. 1), and Coffeehouse Open-Mic Night (Feb. 10). For details and dates, visit www. stchas.edu and click on “Athletics and Activities” followed by “Arts on Campus.”

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SCC joined more than 2,000 schools in celebrating GIS Day nationwide on Nov. 17, an annual 6

Brenda Lowder, Foundation president-elect, and Kasey McKee, executive director of Foundation and alumni relations.

Each year, the Foundation works with businesses, organizations and individuals to provide more than $64,000 in scholarships and $54,000 in academic program support.

Amid traffic signs and construction barriers, SCC President John McGuire addresses guests at the SCC Foundation Celebration Breakfast on Nov. 11.

Foundation expresses thank you’s at annual Celebration Breakfast Ben, a student who was laid off from his job as an electrician and went back to school to become a physics teacher, was just one of the student stories highlighted at the SCC Foundation Celebration Breakfast on Nov. 11, an event which thanked annual supporters for making students’ dreams possible.

The SSB auditorium was transformed into a road

construction zone, where road signs reminded guests how their contributions “Pave the Way” for student success.

The annual event included a video shot and assembled by the SCC Instructional Media Department showing students who have been helped by the Foundation, music by the SCC Chamber Orchestra and some words of thanks from John McGuire, SCC president,

O UTS TA ND I NG . . .

Bookstaver was one of approximately 100 St. Louisarea educators honored in November by Emerson for dedication and commitment to education.

In memoriam ...

Those interested in continuing to help “Pave the Way” can contribute online at www.stchas.edu/pavetheway.

“As we enter the holidays, we hope many will choose to give a gift of education. Whether it’s $10 or $10,000, these gifts impact our community’s future,” McKee said. of the Year in 2010 by SCC’s faculty. He has bachelor’s degrees from Cardinal Glennon College and the University of Missouri-St. Louis and master’s and doctoral degrees from Washington University in St. Louis.

Chemistry professor recognized for his teaching excellence Dr. John Bookstaver, professor of chemistry and chemistry program coordinator, received an Emerson Excellence in Teaching Award.

“The support from the campus and the community continues to grow,” said McKee. “It enables SCC to provide a high-quality education for hundreds of students each year, which benefits the individual and our community.”

John Bookstaver, Ph.D. Bookstaver, of St. Louis, has been a full-time faculty member at SCC since 1998 and was an adjunct professor from 199498. Prior to SCC, he taught at Ursuline Academy in St. Louis County. He was voted Outstanding Faculty Member

The Emerson Excellence in Teaching Awards program annually recognizes more than 100 teachers – from kindergarten to college professors – who are examples of excellence in the field of education in the St. Louis metropolitan area.

Love is in the air, and it’s not even Valentine’s Day

HOLIDAY CHEER CONTINUED FROM P. 1 The holiday season kicked off at SCC on Nov. 10 with food, history and culture from SCC international students at “Holidays Around the World,” hosted by the Multicultural Programming Committee and the Global Student Network.

On Dec. 6-9, students in the SCC Music Department performed in winter concerts by the SCC Concert Band, SCC Singers and Chamber Choir, SCC Jazz Combos and SCC Orchestra.

the community to provide details about their SCC success or to “tell” on an colleague ry. extraordinary o t s r u o or student. y ell us LEARN MORE GREAT! T Visit the college website (www.stchas.edu) and click on “Tell Us Your Story” found in the featured photo.

In an effort to share the Once the interactive form is SCC story, the college website complete and submitted, the now includes an easy way for Marketing and Communications faculty, staff, students, alums and

I

1

Global Student Network and International Club collected more than 500 pairs of shoes for the Shoeman Water Projects and Student Senate collected cash and goods for the USO. Phi Theta Kappa partnered with Better World Books to run a book drive that will benefit Books for Africa. Unwanted collegelevel books can be placed in the green and orange boxes found around campus until Dec. 16.

Phi Theta Kappa students also plan to help with Sts. Joachim and Ann Care Service’s Adopt-aFamily Christmas Program held on SCC’s campus Dec. 10-12.

Several groups on campus adopted families, including the women’s soccer and softball teams, Tau Upsilon Alpha, Phi Theta Kappa, Student Development, Enrollment Services and Payroll Services.

It’s not too late to pitch in! Learn how to get involved through Kelley Pfeiffer, student activities coordinator, at x8544.

The college has been notified of the untimely death of Zachary Joseph Weikart since the last printing of Chaz. Our thoughts are with his family and friends. Zachary was a freshman this fall term at SCC.

SCC.

Department will begin their research.

Examples of good stories might include students who have overcome unique obstacles (see the Brryan Jackson story, Page 1!), a faculty member who uses an innovative teaching tool, a staff member who has gone the extra mile to help a student, or an employee who is making a difference in our community.

2

4

“These stories may be used in advertising, on the website, or may be featured in an SCC newsletter or local newspaper,” said Heather McDorman, vice president for marketing and communications. “It’s important for our community and campus to learn more about the successes of the people who learn and work here.”

3

5

6

In the auditorium and in the yard, Fall 2010 semester keeping bodies busy physically, mentally SCC is a key community hub for educational and cultural events and entertainment; the past two months have been no exception to the rule, and there’s more to come.

lunch with his Motowninfluenced music on Nov. 9.

Dr. Russell Means, Native American activist and actor from The Last of the Mohicans, gave a guest lecture, titled “Contributions of American Indians to the Entire World,” on Nov. 1.

On Nov. 19, SCC volunteers and members of the community planted more than 20 trees in an effort to become Tree Campus USA-certified. SCC President John McGuire gave opening remarks and Mark Grueber from the Missouri Department of Conservation gave a quick tutorial on how to properly plant trees.

Nathan Angelo, an Atlantabased musician, entertained SCC students for free during

SCC celebrated International Education Week Nov. 16-18, including six faculty

1

2

3

4

presentations, three international film showings, a student discussion and an international student panel.

global event that showcases GIS (Geographic Information Systems) technologies and how they impact everyday life.

The Young People’s Theatre production of the holiday classic, The Nutcracker, was a booming success and sold out all four performances Dec. 17-19. As a result, the Division of Corporate and Community Development added a fifth performance for 6:30 p.m. Sunday, Dec. 19.

ENTERTAINMENT: A LOOK AHEAD More events are scheduled for the spring semester including another Comedy Night (Jan. 28), Treva Blomquist concert (Jan. 27), Slam poet Shannelle Gabriel (Feb. 1), and Coffeehouse Open-Mic Night (Feb. 10). For details and dates, visit www. stchas.edu and click on “Athletics and Activities” followed by “Arts on Campus.”

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SCC joined more than 2,000 schools in celebrating GIS Day nationwide on Nov. 17, an annual 6

CLUB SPORTS UPDATE

Successful seasons capped off by men’s, women’s soccer visits into postseason

SCC Roller Hockey Club gearing up for season’s second half

The SCC men’s and women’s soccer teams made it to the 2010 NJCAA Regional XVI championship, and each named several players to All-Region and All-Conference teams. Only the women’s team triumphed as Regional XVI champions, as the men’s team lost 3-1 to Metropolitan Community College – Blue River on Oct. 31.

The men’s team ended its season with a 9-7-3 record and named four sophomores and three freshmen to All-Region and All-Conference teams.

“They made an excellent effort and never gave up during any point in the season,” said

Thomas Kearns, men’s soccer head coach.

After winning the Region XVI championship 2-1 over Maple Woods Community College on Oct. 30, the women’s team continued to the district tournament, but fell 2-1 to rival Lewis and Clark Community College in the semifinal match on Nov. 5. The Lady Cougars finished with a 15-5 record and earned several individual awards, including three FirstTeam All-Region awards and the 2010 NJCAA Region XVI Coach of the Year award, given to SCC women’s soccer head coach Emily Holbrook.

While the inline hockey season may not have started out the way they wanted it to, both the “A” and “B” teams began working the kinks out by the end of the fall run. The two teams carry records of 8-3 and 8-2, respectively, with games starting up again Jan. 28-29.

Open tryouts will be at 10 a.m.

Jan. 2 and 9, and at 5 p.m. Jan. 4, to help fill out roster vacancies for goaltending and offense.

For details about tryouts and the team’s progress, visit www.stchas.edu/rollerhockey.

JACKSON CONTINUED FROM P. 1 Jennifer, an SCC alum, encouraged Brryan to go to SCC to get his feet wet before going away to college, she said. Brryan agreed that he would rather have “the college experience close to home.” And so far he’s made his mom proud.

“He has a spirit of boldness,” said Jennifer. “He inspires others and offers hope, and he tries to find a blessing in everything.”

Brryan addressed nearly 150 people at an SCC-sponsored World AIDS Day event on Dec. 1 with his incredible story.

“Life hasn’t been easy for me, but it’s a blessing to be here,” Brryan said in his speech. “I’m just grateful to be alive.”

Brryan Jackson is one of SCC’s newest bloggers. Follow him at stchas.edu/sccblogs.

With one semester of college under his belt, he’s enjoying the experience. “It’s an amazing feeling. I wasn’t expected to make it to high school – I wasn’t supposed to be here.”

Brryan doesn’t take his life for granted. He started his own non-profit organization, Hope Is Vital (HIV), at age 18. He also volunteers for Camp Kindle, a summer camp for kids who are

HIV positive, and he has lobbied for AIDS awareness in Congress.

“I will always be a voice for those who are silent and not ready to speak,” Brryan said.

His story has gained local and national media attention.

Most recently, he was featured as the “Person of the Week” on ABC World News With Diane Sawyer on Dec. 3. Find the video online at www.abcnews.com.

IN THIS ISSUE ...

SCC professor receives Emerson award ... PAGE 2 Sharing success stories just got easier.....PAGE 3 Dr. McGuire shares a cooking fave? .........PAGE 4

ST. CHARLES COMMUNITY COLLEGE

Vol. 22, No. 3 | 2010

Holiday spirit sets in around SCC campus

Now we’re cookin’...

Cooking a la SCC with new SCCookbook Looking for a new recipe to try over the holidays? Thanks to Student Senate and its winter “SCCookBook” fundraiser, more than 30 new recipes are available exclusively from SCC.

Looking for some holiday cheer? There’s plenty happening on campus.

With “SCCookbook” you’ll have access to all the favorites from SCC faculty, staff and administrators – from Mandi Smith’s (Student Activities) Caramel Apple Dip and Kim Greenwood’s (Purchasing) Breakfast Pizza, to Sylvia Bane-Malta’s (Human Services) Creamy Tomato-Basil Pasta with Shrimp.

SCC freshman Brryan Jackson was recently featured as the ABC World News “Person of the Week.”

‘A spirit of boldness’ keeps one SCC student moving forward To SCC freshman Brryan Jackson, every tragedy has a silver lining. His story is a tragedy, he says, but he turned something horrible into something good.

When he was 11 months old, Brryan was injected with HIV-tainted blood by his father in an attempt to kill Brryan to avoid paying child support. Five years later, Brryan was diagnosed with

Planning a holiday gettogether? Don’t miss Kathy Drews’ (Child Development Center) White Chili or Heather Rodgers’ (English) Lemon Meringue Ice Cream.

Rumor has it Dr. John McGuire, SCC president, included a recipe – but you’ll have to purchase the book to gain access!

people, and I want them to know there is hope.”

Brryan graduated from Francis Howell North in 2009 and volunteered for Upward Bound, an outreach program and local ministry, as a speaker. But Brryan’s mom, Jennifer, urged him to go to college.

See “JACKSON,” p. 4

Visit stchas.edu/sccblogs

To purchase a book, send $5 to Kelley Pfeiffer in the Student Activities Office, CC 102. For more information, kpfeiffer@ stchas.edu or x8544.

Chaz is a publication of the SCC Marketing and Communications Department for students, employees, and friends. To suggest items, call 636-922-8080.

Heather McDorman, co-editor/contributing writer • Ben Munson, co-editor/photographer/designer • Peggy Schreiner and Kanna Taylor, contributing writers

full-blown AIDS and was given only five months to live.

With the help of medication and the support of his family, Brryan, 19, has maintained his health and his perseverance.

“I’ve learned to forgive my dad for what he did, but forgiving doesn’t mean forgetting,” Brryan said. “My experience has given me a unique way to connect with

Who’s next?

12/2010

COUGAR ATHLETICS ROUND -UP

Young People’s Theatre will host “Breakfast With Santa,” with all of Santa’s friends from The Nutcracker at 9 a.m. Saturday, Dec. 11, in the Student Center. YPT sold out its four shows of The Nutcracker Dec. 17-19 and added one additional show to help accommodate the high demand. For tickets and info about either, call x8233 or visit www.stchas.edu/learnforlife.

The SCC staff and faculty Holiday Social will be from 3-5 p.m. Wednesday, Dec. 15, featuring a departmental snowman-making contest.

The SCC Bookstore is offering free gift-wrapping of items purchased and 15 percent off any one item during their “Candy Cane Days,” going on through Dec. 21.

Several campus groups have already joined in the action – from the annual Student Senate poinsettia fundraiser to a number of service projects.

See “HOLIDAY CHEER,” p. 2